Which coffee to choose for a Geyser coffee maker

Making coffee in a geyser coffee maker is a quick and simple process that does not require professional skills .

The taste of the finished drink brewed in a geyser-type device does not depend on the model of the device or the ability to cook well, but on the selected coffee, which must have a certain degree of grinding and roasting .

The table contains links to the best offers from different coffee manufacturers for making in a geyser coffee maker.

Features of coffee selection

The main criteria for choosing coffee for a geyser model of coffee maker are:

1. Variety . There are only three types: Arabica, Robusta and Liberica . The latter variety contains a minimal amount of caffeine and is used only in cases where it is necessary to reduce the cost of a product. Arabica and robusta have a pleasant taste and give vigor, but the second option has a low price and a less intense aroma.
2. Roasting degree . The higher the degree of roasting, the richer the prepared drink will be. Light roasting gives the grains a light brown hue, delicate taste and aroma, while heavy roasting gives them a dark brown color and a distinct bitter taste.
3. Grinding _ A medium or coarse grind is suitable for brewing a drink in a geyser coffee maker.
4. Availability of flavorings . Coffee with hints of orange, vanilla or amaretto attracts with its unusual aroma, however, these chemical additives mask the real taste, preventing you from enjoying the natural drink.
5. Manufacturer . As a rule, the highest quality products are from well-known brands. The cost of such products may differ slightly from less popular brands, but the taste of the drink will be more pleasant.

Important! When choosing coffee, you need to pay attention to the expiration date, information on the label and packaging - it must be sealed and without damage.

Making Moka coffee - the secrets of choosing the perfect coffee maker

When planning to buy this or that item, we pay attention to a number of points. When it comes to purchasing a geyser coffee maker, you need to pay special attention to the following characteristics:

Size

An interesting feature of this type of coffee maker is that the drink is prepared when the device is fully loaded. If the coffee maker is not fully loaded, it simply will not work. Therefore, if you decide to give preference to this particular coffee maker, decide in advance for yourself what volume you need. Fortunately, determining the required dimensions is not difficult - the manufacturer carefully indicates the volume in cups of coffee.

Heating type

The classic option is to heat the moka on the stove. However, today there is also an electronic version. If you need to constantly monitor the former in order to avoid spilling the drink on the stove, then the electric model is equipped with an automatic switch. Plus, there are models that can even make a latte or cappuccino. But they will also cost significantly more than the “tiled” option. What to choose - convenience or democracy - the choice will remain with the buyer.

Material

How to brew coffee in a geyser coffee maker - choosing a model made of aluminum, steel or ceramics? Each option is attractive in its own way. The lightest option is an aluminum coffee maker. However, at first the metal will give the drink a slightly specific taste. The steel counterpart is dishwasher-friendly. As for ceramics, they are very fragile. However, its striking advantages are the absolute absence of aftertaste in the drink and its original design.

These are the main points. Additionally, it is worth considering the material used to make the handle - it must be heat-resistant and make it possible to easily take the device and move it from the stove to the stand. It would be nice if your coffee maker had a full indicator indicating the need to add water.

Product preparation

To prepare a delicious drink, you need to choose the right coffee beans and prepare the coffee - this is an important step that you cannot do without.

How to grind?

You can grind the beans yourself using a coffee grinder or purchase ready-made ground coffee . Coffee shops and specialty stores often offer coffee bean grinding services.

In such places you can choose and purchase the desired variety, and also ask to immediately grind the grains, having previously specified the degree of grinding.

Despite the fact that the product is not stored for long, it has excellent taste, a pleasant aroma and retains its beneficial properties.

Attention! When using an electric coffee grinder at home, it will take 5-7 seconds to get the desired grind.

How to choose grind?

Finely ground beans are not suitable for a geyser-type coffee maker , as small coffee particles can get into the upper section of the device, ruining the appearance and taste of the prepared drink. For the optimal option, you need a coarse or medium grind .

The ideal grind is called “coarse espresso” - the crushed beans are smaller than for preparing a drink in a Turk, but slightly more than for brewing a drink in a French press.

What does the degree of grinding affect?

The degree of grinding affects two important points:

1. Taste of the drink . Finely ground coffee prevents water from flowing freely through the filter, resulting in an overly bitter coffee. A coarsely ground drink, on the contrary, does not create an obstacle for the liquid . In this case, the water does not have time to absorb the color and characteristic aroma of the ground grains.
2. Ease of use . Finely ground coffee beans can clog the filter of the device during the preparation process. The coffee maker will not stop working and will not deteriorate, but to obtain a drink, the device will have to be disassembled, thoroughly rinsed and the filter refilled.

Cooking recipes

The traditional recipe for cooking in a geyser coffee maker includes only two main ingredients: water and high-quality ground beans .

It is worth noting! Using these components in the right proportions, you can get a delicious drink in just 5-10 minutes, without putting much effort into its preparation.

This option will be appreciated by espresso lovers, however, people who like to try interesting combinations, complementing the classic drink with various syrups or creams, should prepare coffee using new recipes .

1. Irish.

Ingredients:

• freshly brewed black coffee – 80 ml;
• Irish whiskey – 40 ml;
• whipped cream – 30 ml;
• cane sugar – 1 tsp.

Pour the coffee prepared in the coffee maker into a preheated tall glass, add sugar and warm whiskey. Stir the contents of the glass and carefully pour the whipped cream over the blade of the knife.

1. Cappuccino.

Ingredients:

• ground coffee - 2 tsp;
• water – 1 glass;
• sugar - to taste;
• milk – 70 ml;
• cinnamon - a pinch.

Brew coffee as usual and pour it into a glass or cup, adding sugar. In a separate container, beat the milk with a blender with a whipping attachment, a mixer, or using a French press. Pour the delicate foam into the glass and sprinkle cinnamon on top.

Important! You can quickly prepare cappuccino using the Bialetti Mukka Express model. When using other coffee makers, you will have to froth the milk yourself.

1. Mochaccino.

Ingredients:

• espresso – 50 ml;
• warm milk – 100 ml;
• chocolate topping – 50 ml;
• whipped cream – 1-2 tbsp.

Pour chocolate topping and milk alternately into a glass glass. Then carefully add espresso along the blade of a knife and decorate the drink with whipped cream.

How to prepare a drink in a geyser coffee maker?

The classic method of preparation in a geyser coffee maker consists of the following simple steps:

• Pour water into the water tank up to the special mark. Filtered water is ideal for this purpose. It is advisable that the water be at room temperature.
• Cover the container with a coffee filter.
• Grind the required amount of beans and pour into the filter. Usually this is 1-2 teaspoons of the product.
• Place the upper reservoir on the installation and secure it carefully with twisting movements.
• Place the geyser coffee maker on medium heat.
• After the water boils, reduce the heat slightly.
• Wait until all the water reaches the top of the coffee maker. This process is accompanied by a characteristic hissing sound.
• Pour the finished drink into a cup, add sugar and milk to taste.

Thus, there is no need to monitor the readiness of the drink, the coffee maker will do everything itself.

Coffee preparation experts also recommend using an alternative recipe for preparing the drink in a geyser coffee maker:

• Prepare boiling water in a separate container.
• Add hot water to the bottom of the coffee maker up to the mark.
• Close the lower reservoir with a filter.
• Pour a teaspoon of ground coffee into the filter.
• Cover the filter with the upper water container.
• Move the setting to medium heat. It is better to use an oven mitt or a towel, as hot water can heat up the aluminum coffee maker.
• Open the lid of the coffee maker and wait until the container is filled with the finished drink. It is necessary to ensure that the water does not boil. Water that is too hot will create foam, which can ruin the taste of the finished coffee.
• Remove the coffee maker from the heat and place the device in a container of ice water.
• After 5 minutes, you can pour the finished drink into cups.

The aluminum or steel body of the medium heat cooker heats up in seconds. It takes an average of 5 minutes until all the water has completely evaporated. All this time, the filter heats up to a very high temperature. When coffee beans come into contact with a hot surface, they burn slightly and change their taste. The drink acquires a characteristic bitterness. To avoid this, you can reduce the preparation time of the drink by using already boiled water. This method allows you to get a milder taste of coffee. Not everyone likes bitterness and sour notes, so this recipe is ideal for novice coffee lovers.

Which brand is best to use?

Natural freshly ground coffee is the best option for preparing a rich and aromatic drink , but if you don’t want to grind beans in a coffee grinder, you can use another option and purchase ready-made ground coffee from trusted manufacturers.

Which is better? Among the wide variety of brands, professionals and coffee connoisseurs prefer the following brands :

Jardin

Jardin occupies a leading position in the Russian market , because in order to obtain a high-quality drink, the manufacturer uses modern technologies for double-roasting coffee beans in a protected environment.
The main advantage of Jardin is the wide range of both grain and ground , so everyone can find the most suitable option for themselves.

When using a geyser-type coffee maker, it is best to purchase Jardin Espresso di Milano - medium-ground beans in vacuum packaging. The coffee is a mixture of three types of Arabica, characterized by a delicate honey aroma and chocolate taste with a slight almond bitterness, so it will definitely appeal to espresso fans.

Egoiste

The brand has proven itself well in the global market and is very popular among consumers.

For your information! All stages of coffee production are carried out at one plant, where elite varieties of beans are researched, roasted, crushed and finished products are packaged.

To prepare an invigorating drink using a coffee maker, Egoiste Noir is an ideal option - medium-roasted beans with a slight sourness, caramel-chocolate notes and a bright bitterness. also worth trying Egoiste Espresso - dark roasted beans with a pronounced aroma and tart taste.

The cost of Egoiste coffee is slightly higher than other brands, since all types of products are premium class.

Tchibo

A world-famous company whose product line includes grain, ground and instant coffee at an affordable price.
Among the main types of Chibo coffee are :

• Exclusive - a drink with floral notes, delicate aroma and balanced taste;
• Black & White is a strong and rich drink for lovers of classic long-roasted black coffee;
• Gold Mokka is ground coffee with notes of oriental spices, a velvety taste and a multifaceted aroma.

By the way! The company carefully monitors the quality of its products, using exclusively selected Arabica and Robusta beans.

Lavazza

The Italian company, which has conquered more than 90 countries with its products, has been offering consumers ground and bean coffee of the highest quality for 120 years.

A distinctive feature of the brand is a wide selection of flavors that will appeal to even the most demanding coffee lovers. For connoisseurs of a strong coffee drink prepared in a geyser coffee maker, experts recommend paying attention to the following types :

• Caffè Espresso;
• Club;
• Gran Espresso.

Consumers who prefer an aromatic drink with hints of chocolate, exotic fruits or flowers should try the following types of Lavazza coffee:

• L'espresso Gran Crema;
• Espresso Crema & Aroma;
• Qualità Oro;
• Caffè Decaffeinato.

People who eat organic foods most often buy Tierra Bio Organic, a tropical-fruit-flavored Arabica coffee grown on certified farms.

Paulig

A brand popular in Russia and Finland, producing several brands of coffee and related products of high quality. The Paulig company takes a responsible approach to the purchase of raw materials and their processing, so freshly brewed coffee turns out amazingly tasty and refined .

For your information! The brand's trade line is represented by beans and ground coffee in various packaging - from small packs to large packages that can be used in bars.

To prepare a drink in a geyser-type coffee maker, Paulig Classic medium roast coffee is perfect , combining the delicate aroma of coffee beans, a rich velvety taste with bitterness and a pleasant aftertaste.

Lebo

Budget coffee made in Russia.
The manufacturer places the main emphasis on Arabica, adding Robusta only to varieties intended for making espresso. Coffee beans are purchased from Asia, Africa and South America. Lebo Original is a natural medium-roasted premium coffee with a light chocolate aroma . The finished drink has a fairly traditional taste, is not bitter or sour, and therefore will appeal to lovers of classic coffee without various additions.

Note! Lebo coffee is supplied in glass and tin cans, as well as in foil vacuum packaging that preserves the unique aroma of the beans.

Segafredo

An Italian brand whose product range includes espresso mixtures and coffee blends. The brand enjoys special respect among Russian consumers and is known in more than 100 countries around the world, where the coffee drink is also consumed with great pleasure.

Several types are considered popular:

• Brazilian Origins;
• Selezione Crema;
• Decaffeinated;
• Buono;
• Costa Rican Origins.

Important! Segafredo not only processes grains responsibly, but also cares about the environment, provides assistance to farmers, invests in the education of local residents and works to improve their quality of life.